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Long-term Constipation and Dosha Imbalance Management
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56 days ago
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Long-term Constipation and Dosha Imbalance Management - #51970

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My body is vata type in major, pitta imbalance, vata imbalance,ama increased atthis time constipation at high level from 14 yrs what shouldIdo

How often do you experience constipation?:

- Daily

What is your current diet like?:

- Low in fiber

Have you tried any treatments or remedies for your constipation?:

- Yes, over-the-counter medications
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Hello I can understand you are suffering with constipation since 14 years Thats too long duration And i must appreciate the knowledge you have about ayurvedic doshas Yes it is vata dominant along with pitta imbalance and Ama accumulation We must target the root cause as since 14 years you have been suffering So dont worry we are here to help you out 😊 ▪️Aim of treatment -Remove ama -improve digestive fire -Balance vata and pitta -regulate daily bowel habit ▪️Ayurvedic plan of treatment ▪️Internal medication 1.Abhyaristha 30 ml twice daily after food 2.Triphala churna 1 tsp at bed time with warm water 3.Anuloma DS 1 tablet at bed time 4.Avipathikar churna 1 tsp with warm water before food twice daily if acidity is present ▪️Weekly twice Take 1 tsp of castor oil with warm water at bed time ▪️External care Massage your abdomen groin and lower back with castor oil or coconut oil and do hot water fomentation ▪️Diet plan Diet plays very important role in managing constipation Include= -Ghee 1 tsp daily -Soaked dates and figs -10 soaked black rasins -Papaya and vegetables like carrot -cooked vegetable daily Avoid= -Pomegranate -Very dry foods -too much tea or coffee -Fasting ▪️daily routine for you -wake up early -take 2 glass of water. -walk for 10 minutes -sit on toilet seat for sometime even if you dont get pressure but do not put pressure from youself ▪️Lifestyle advice -have a walk for 30 minutes daily -do Suryanamaskara -Bare foot walking in garden ▪️If you dont get relief even after doing go for panchakarma therapy Basti -enema therapy will help you the most in such chronic cases Wishing you good health and regular bowel 😊 Warm Regards Dr Snehal Vidhate

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55 days ago

I am having leaky gut issue because what i eat it does not absorb nutrients properly and i have intolerance of dairy food, wheat, heavy food, all non vegetarian items. And having other many issues so can you pls guide me for this should i clear first constipation or leaky gut.

Once digestion is improved both will get better But i will advice to take personal consulation as i asked your question just considering the dosha imbalance and Constipation also your condition is chronic

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You’re describing a chronic Vata-dominant constipation with Ama and Pitta involvement (long-standing 14 years). In such cases, strong laxatives alone won’t fix the root. You need Vata anuloman + Agni correction + Ama reduction together. Let’s keep it simple and practical: 1. First step – Diet correction (MOST important) Right now your diet is low in fiber and probably dry, which worsens Vata. Start this: Eat warm, freshly cooked, easy-to-digest food Add 1–2 teaspoons of ghee in every meal Include: Moong dal, khichdi Soft cooked vegetables (lauki, tori, pumpkin) Avoid: Dry foods (roasted, biscuits, namkeen) Excess raw salads Cold food/drinks Take buttermilk (chaas) in afternoon with a pinch of roasted jeera + rock salt 2. Main medicine for constipation Gandharvahastadi oil → 2 teaspoons at night with warm water or milk This is best for: Chronic constipation Vata anuloman (downward movement correction) Soft, regular bowel movement 3. Daily routine changes Drink 1 glass warm water in morning Don’t suppress natural urge Fix a regular time for bowel habit (morning) Walk daily (20–30 minutes) 4. Important for long-term relief Since it’s 14 years old, you must: Avoid dependency on harsh OTC laxatives Focus on regularity, lubrication (ghee), and digestion 5. Optional support (if needed later) If heaviness, gas, Ama signs persist: Mild deepan-pachan medicines can be added (but not strong heating ones)

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I have leaky gut issue, should i clear it first or constipation. I am facing so many issue because of that. I noticed when i took antibiotics my constipation was clear after dose completed it comes again. What should i do?

You don’t need to treat “leaky gut” and constipation as two separate problems—they’re actually part of the same underlying issue. What we call “leaky gut” (increased intestinal permeability) usually happens because of chronic inflammation in the gut. And this inflammation is very often driven by foods or food combinations that don’t suit your individual digestion. Over time, this ongoing irritation disturbs normal bowel function, leading to irregularity and constipation. So in your case, both are interconnected, not separate conditions to fix one after the other. The key is to understand that your gut is reacting to something consistently. You’ve already observed an important clue—antibiotics temporarily relieved your constipation. This suggests there may be some imbalance in gut flora, but antibiotics are not a solution because they don’t fix the root cause and can worsen long-term gut health. What you should focus on instead: Identify and eliminate trigger foods This is the most important step, and it’s highly individual. Some common triggers include incompatible food combinations, heavy-to-digest foods, excess fermented/junk foods, or even certain “healthy” foods that don’t suit your agni. You’ve likely already noticed some triggers—make a clear list and strictly avoid them. Build a personalized, simple diet Stick to foods that feel light, digest well, and don’t cause bloating, heaviness, or discomfort. Keep meals consistent and avoid experimenting too much during the healing phase. Correct bowel habits gradually Don’t force strong laxatives. Instead, support anulomana gently through diet (warm food, adequate fats, hydration) and mild herbal support if needed. Support gut healing Once inflammation reduces, the gut lining naturally starts healing. Medicines can support this, but they work best only when diet is correct. Add mild daily movement Simple walking or light exercise improves gut motility and reduces stagnation. If you follow this approach consistently, both the “leaky gut” and constipation will improve together. The goal is not to chase symptoms, but to calm the underlying inflammation and restore normal gut function.

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54 days ago

Could you consult me regarding this?

✓Medicines Triphala Churna – 4–5 gm at bedtime with warm water Hingwashtak Churna – ½ tsp after lunch & dinner with warm water Avipattikar Churna – 3 gm at bedtime with warm water (alternate days with Triphala if needed) Ashwagandha capsule – 500 mg at night with warm milk + ½ tsp ghee ✓Daily Must-Do Vajrasana – 10 minutes after every meal Warm water sip throughout the day (2.5–3 L) Warm sesame oil abdominal massage clockwise 5–10 min at night Dinner before 7 pm, light & cooked food only ✓Diet Increase fiber gradually: moong khichdi + 1–2 tsp ghee, cooked lauki, pumpkin, carrot, soaked figs/raisins (4–6 at night) Add 1 tsp ground flaxseeds daily Avoid: low-fiber processed food, cold drinks, maida, excessive tea/coffee, late dinner Regards Dr Gursimran Jeet Singh MD Panchakarma

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These medicines combination alongwith lifestyle changes are going to help with that. Don’t worry.

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I have leaky gut issue what should i do now

don’t worry take Anuloman ds 1tab bd after food Abhayarista 10ml bd After food Avoid oily spicy food meat alcohol smoking u ll get results

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●The Importance of a Flatulence-Reducing Diet The first step to preventing constipation is a flatulence-reducing diet. Avoid: Cold food and drinks, salads, dried fruits, excessive lentils and kidney beans, stale food Adopt: Warm, fresh food, well-cooked vegetables, warm water, and a small amount of oil or ghee ●Triphala • 1 to 1 teaspoon of Triphala • 1 cup of warm water • Soak for 5-10 minutes Triphala: The Best Ayurvedic Remedy This is Ayurveda’s most balanced treatment for constipation. How to consume: • Take Triphala at night. If you have frequent urination at night, take Triphala in the morning on an empty stomach. ●Why is fiber important? Fiber softens and makes stools more mobile. Include in your diet: • Porridge • Oats • Wheat bran • Whole grains • Fresh fruits and vegetables Fiber + water = easier bowel movements. ●Castor Oil (in special circumstances) Method – • Ginger tea • Add 2 teaspoons of castor oil • Consume at night. Do not use regularly as it can be habit-forming. ●Using Flaxseed At night • 1 teaspoon of flaxseed • Boil in 1 cup of water • Drink with the seeds. This lubricates and speeds up bowel movements.

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1) chitrakardi vati-1 tablet 30 min before lunch and dinner 2) avipattikar churna- 3 g before meal if acidity is present Sip warm water throughout the day Use 1 tsf of cow milk every day Drink 1 glass of warm water on empty stomach in morning Daily 5 min massage with warm seaseme oil in clock wise direction

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1.Avipattikar churna 1/2 tsp twice daily with warm water before meals 2.Gandharava haritaki churna 1 tsp at bedtime with warm water

Diet Tips— - Avoid: Dry, cold, stale food; excess pulses; refined flour; fried items. - Include: Warm, oily, freshly cooked meals; ghee (1–2 tsp daily); soaked raisins; ripe papaya; cooked vegetables. - Fiber: Add oats, barley, whole wheat, and seasonal fruits. - Hydration: Warm water sips throughout the day. Lifestyle Tips— - Daily Abhyanga (oil massage) with sesame oil to calm Vata. - Regular yoga: Pawanmuktasana, Vajrasana after meals, Malasana (squat pose). - Pranayama: Anulom Vilom + Bhramari for calming Vata-Pitta. - Routine: Sleep early, wake early, eat meals at fixed times.

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Namaste, Long-term constipation for 14 years with vata imbalance and ama needs a consistent and gentle approach, not strong or sudden treatments. Simple measures that may help: Increase fiber in diet – include fruits, vegetables, whole grains. Drink warm water regularly, especially in the morning. Take 1–2 tsp ghee in warm food or milk to help lubrication. Maintain fixed meal and sleep timings. Do daily walking or light yoga to improve bowel movement. Avoid dry, cold, processed, and irregular eating habits. Do not depend too much on strong laxatives, as they may worsen vata over time. Improving digestion slowly will help reduce ama and regulate bowels. Ayurvedic medicines sometimes used to support constipation include: Triphala Churna – traditionally used for gentle bowel regulation. Gandharvahastadi Taila – sometimes used to support bowel movement and reduce vata. Consult me for more advice and suggestions on the above medicines.

• Triphala Choornam (Thriphala 50 Gm) - Kerala Ayurveda (Thriphala Choornam 50 Gm) — x3 • Gandharvahasthadi Kwath (200 Ml) - Kerala Ayurveda (Gandharvahasthadi Kwath 200 Ml) — x3

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Hi For ama removal Tab chitrakadi vati-2-BD Ajmodadi hinghvastak churna -1tsp-BD For constipation Zandu nityam tab-1 at night All above with warm water only Add ghee in your daily diet

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This shows chronic vata aggravation with pitta involvement and long standing ama leading to severe constipation Avoid dry cold raw food excess tea coffee and irregular eating habits Take warm freshly cooked food add small quantity of ghee daily drink warm water Gandharvahastadi kashayam 15 ml with equal water twice daily before food Abhayarishta 15 ml with equal water twice daily after food Triphala churna can be used in small dose if needed Maintain fixed meal timing do not suppress natural urges and include light walking daily This condition needs gradual correction focus on vata anulomana and agni improvement consistently

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I jave prepared a treatment plan just take for 15 days. Try only to drink luke warm water whole day. If this still persist then add one medicines only. 1. Tab EBH 3 HS at bed time with warm water. Dr Akshay negi.

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Take Triphaka churnam 0-0-1 tsp at night Abhayaatistha 4tsp with equal amounts of water after food Easy warm easily digestible foods Do whole body massage with warm sesame oil Avoid cold raw heavy foods

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It shows your digestion issues sluggish to Heposem will help improve your digestion. Avipattikar churan will help reduce balance pitta . The prescribed medications will help balance vata and pitra Follow up after 15 days

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